Cathedral Church of St Martin
Leicester, England · LE1 5PZ
Diocese of Leicester
Your visit at a glance
Cathedral Church of St Martin is a Church of England (Anglican) church at 7 Peacock Lane, Leicester in Leicester, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 10:30. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church service times
The usual schedule recorded for this church. Check the official church notice or newsletter for this week’s arrangements. Times are local to the UK.
- Sunday08:00
Holy Communion (BCP)
- Sunday10:30
Sung Eucharist
- Sunday16:00
Choral Evensong
- Weekdays08:30
Morning Prayer
- Weekdays12:45
Lunchtime Eucharist
The church & its community
About Cathedral Church of St Martin
Leicester Cathedral, the Cathedral Church of St Martin, was raised to cathedral status in 1927. It became internationally famous in 2015 as the final resting place of King Richard III, whose remains were discovered beneath a Leicester car park in 2012 and reinterred in the cathedral with a state ceremony attended by members of the Royal Family. The cathedral underwent a major restoration in 2023 and remains a centre of Anglican worship and pilgrimage for the Diocese of Leicester.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Leicester, England
- Postcode
- LE1 5PZ
- Diocese
- Diocese of Leicester
A little preparation helps
Planning your first visit
- Choose a service. Check the church’s current notice for changes, especially at Christmas, Easter or on bank holidays.
- Plan your arrival. Use the address below and ask about the entrance, parking or public transport if you need help.
- Let someone welcome you. Tell a steward or welcomer it is your first visit; you can ask where to sit and how to follow the service.
What is worship in this tradition usually like?
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Access information recorded for this church:
- Wheelchair access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Tomb of King Richard III
- Cathedral choir
- Café
- Shop
Ask the church about your particular requirements, including the route from the entrance to seating and toilets. A listed feature may not describe every part of the building.
Questions to ask about access →Questions about Cathedral Church of St Martin
Where is Cathedral Church of St Martin?
Cathedral Church of St Martin is located at 7 Peacock Lane, Leicester, Leicester, LE1 5PZ, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Cathedral Church of St Martin?
Cathedral Church of St Martin is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Leicester. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Cathedral Church of St Martin?
The listed schedule for Cathedral Church of St Martin is Sunday 08:00 (Holy Communion (BCP)); Sunday 10:30 (Sung Eucharist); Sunday 16:00 (Choral Evensong); Weekdays 08:30 (Morning Prayer); Weekdays 12:45 (Lunchtime Eucharist). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Cathedral Church of St Martin?
You can contact Cathedral Church of St Martin through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Cathedral Church of St Martin?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Cathedral Church of St Martin welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.